P80-1500 vs APC Smart-UPS X SMX1500RM2UC
The Xtreme Power P80-1500 and APC Smart-UPS X SMX1500RM2UC are 120V pure sine wave line-interactive rack UPS with AVR, delivering the same 1350 W of real output power. The P80-1500 differentiates on weight, high-current outlets, an optional maintenance bypass, mounting flexibility, and battery warranty.
What the P80-1500 brings
- Same 1350 W in a lighter chassis (44.7 vs 54.7 lb).
- High-current 5-15/20R outlets (APC: 5-15R only).
- Optional XBDM maintenance bypass for service without load interruption.
- Tower, wall, 2-post and 4-post mounting (APC: rack / tower only).
- Up to 99% ECO-mode efficiency and a 3-year battery warranty.
Side-by-side specifications
| Specification | Xtreme Power P80-1500 | APC Smart-UPS X SMX1500RM2UC | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rated capacity | 1500 VA / 1350 W | 1440 VA / 1350 W | Equal 1350 W; P80 higher nominal VA |
| UPS topology | Line-interactive, AVR, sine wave | Line-interactive, AVR, sine wave | Equivalent protection |
| Form factor | 2U rack / tower / wall | 2U rack / tower | P80 adds wall & 2-post mounting |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 17.2 × 18.9 × 3.5 in | 17.0 × 19.3 × 3.5 in | Comparable footprint |
| Weight | 44.7 lb | 54.7 lb | P80 approx 10 lb lighter |
| Input cord | 6 ft, NEMA 5-15P | NEMA 5-15P | Equivalent (both 15 A) |
| Output receptacles | (8) NEMA 5-15/20R | (8) NEMA 5-15R | P80 high-current 5-20R outlets |
| Extended runtime | Yes (P90-BP48 packs) | Yes (external packs) | Equivalent |
| Communications | USB, RS-232, optional Web/SNMP | USB, RS-232, SmartConnect cloud + SmartSlot | APC adds SmartConnect cloud |
| Maintenance bypass | Optional XBDM module | None | P80 serviceable without downtime |
| Efficiency | Up to 99% ECO mode | Green mode | P80 higher peak efficiency |
| TAA compliance | Yes | Yes | Both eligible |
| Warranty | 3-yr UPS & battery | 3-yr UPS / 2-yr battery | P80 longer battery coverage |
Both are 1500-class line-interactive AVR sine wave UPS delivering 1350 W. The P80-1500 leads on weight, high-current outlets, serviceability (optional maintenance bypass), mounting flexibility, and battery warranty. The SMX1500RM2UC adds built-in SmartConnect cloud monitoring. Real output watts are identical; P80 rates higher nominal VA. Confirm APC specifications against current APC documentation.
Choosing between them
Both deliver the same watts with equivalent protection, so the decision turns on weight, outlets, serviceability, mounting, and management. Choose the P80-1500 for a lighter chassis, high-current outlets, maintenance bypass, and wall/2-post mounting; the SMX1500RM2UC fits APC-standardized sites that want SmartConnect cloud out of the box.
Choose the P80-1500 if you need
- Network racks wanting the same watts at lower weight
- Loads needing 5-20R high-current receptacles
- Service-critical sites needing maintenance bypass
- Wall or 2-post mounting in branch / IDF closets
The Smart-UPS X SMX1500RM2UC may fit if you need
- Standardization on the APC Smart-UPS ecosystem
- Built-in SmartConnect cloud monitoring out of the box
- All-15 A outlet environments
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